Limbitrol Side Effects

Bloating, blurred vision, and drowsiness are some of the more commonly reported Limbitrol side effects. Those that are less common include nasal congestion, shakiness, and confusion. While side effects of Limbitrol usually don't require medical attention, some problems are potentially serious and should be reported to a healthcare provider. Notify your healthcare provider right away if you experience difficulty breathing, increased heart rate, or hallucinations.

Limbitrol Side Effects: An Introduction

As with any medicine, side effects are possible with Limbitrol® (chlordiazepoxide and amitriptyline); however, not everyone who takes the medication will experience side effects. In fact, most people tolerate it quite well. If side effects do occur, in most cases, they are minor and either require no treatment or can easily be treated by you or your healthcare provider.
 
(This article covers many, but not all, of the possible side effects with Limbitrol. Your healthcare provider can discuss a more complete list of Limbitrol side effects with you.)
 

Possible Limbitrol Side Effects

Limbitrol is an older medication, approved many years ago.
 With newer medications, side effects are carefully documented and the exact percentage of people who develop each side effect is known. With older medications (like Limbitrol), side effect information is less specific and exact percentages are not reported.
 
Some of the more common Limbitrol side effects include:
 
Less common side effects included:
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD
 
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